Above the Law

Nico Toscani, a Chicago cop with a past in Vietnam, stumbles upon a massive drug operation involving corrupt CIA agents and a ruthless mob boss. As he digs deeper, he finds himself targeted by powerful forces who want him silenced. Nico must use his martial arts skills and unwavering sense of justice to expose the conspiracy and bring the criminals to justice.

Upon its release, 'Above the Law' was met with mixed reviews, with many critics pointing to its straightforward action and Steven Seagal's debut performance. While some praised the fight choreography and Seagal's stoic presence, others found the plot predictable and the dialogue weak. It achieved moderate box office success, largely due to its appeal to action film enthusiasts.

• Praised for its effective martial arts sequences and Steven Seagal's raw screen presence.
• Criticized for a formulaic plot and underdeveloped characters.
• Seen as a solid, albeit unoriginal, entry in the 1980s action genre.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film for its action-packed fight scenes and Steven Seagal's tough-guy persona, finding it a typical yet enjoyable 80s action flick. Some viewers felt the plot was thin and the acting was unremarkable.

None notable.

This film marked the acting debut of Steven Seagal, who was previously a martial arts instructor in Japan.